Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua states there has been the possible unauthorised issuance of passports to the children of individuals associated with the Grace Road human rights allegations.
Mr Tikoduadua said these passports appear to have been issued without his knowledge and without the approval of the Permanent Secretary.
He added there wasn’t any authorisation from senior management within the Department of Immigration also.
“If confirmed, this constitutes a significant breach of our protocols and raises serious concerns about the internal oversight mechanisms within the department,” said Mr Tikoduadua.
“In light of the gravity of this situation and its potential implications for our nation’s integrity and international standing, I have directed an immediate and thorough investigation to determine how this lapse occurred and to hold accountable those responsible.”